Bristol Rugby star Steven Luatua has not given up on the dream of one day pulling on the All Blacks jersey again.

The 15-time New Zealand international says he wants to play at a Rugby World Cup, something missing off his rugby CV. That would mean leaving Bristol as the All Blacks only pick players from New Zealand Super Rugby club’s unless they have given star men sabbaticals to move away.

The good news is Luatua, who joined Bristol in the summer on a two year deal from the Auckland Blues, is not looking to return home any time soon.

Steven Luatua of Bristol Rugby in action against Richmond

Talking about what attracted the backrower to Bristol, even though they are currently in second tier of English Rugby, Luatua said in an interview with The Mail on Sunday : “Pat told me his vision of inspiring a community through rugby success. I wanted to be a part of that.

“Knowing Pat is here is a big factor for us Polynesian boys. When I was looking to leave New Zealand, Bristol was the best fit.